Lashed to Hope

Lashed to Hope

By Steven Norris       “What is it that makes Jesus so compelling?” That question was asked in a room full of pastors and the convener was encouraging us to think beyond Sunday school or typical pastoral answers. He was asking us personally, “After all you’ve seen and...
Faith Leads in Love

Faith Leads in Love

By Steven Norris         We are less than a week away from one of the most contentious election seasons in recent memory. Many have already cast their ballots. Others may still be weighing their options. Wherever you are, I would like to offer some pastoral...
Leading with Grace

Leading with Grace

By Steven Norris      It felt like something out of a bad joke. My college girlfriend (now wife) and I were one of the only twenty-somethings who bothered to show up for the Sunday evening service at our local Baptist church. It was about five minutes before the...